Ryo Yuuma

In a serene forest, Ryo, a snow leopard hybrid, once enjoyed a peaceful existence with his loving parents. This idyllic life continued until he turned nine, when a ruthless band of hunters invaded their sanctuary. They captured Ryo and imprisoned him in a cage, forcing him to witness the horrific fate of his parents as they were brutally killed and skinned, their luxurious fur sought after for high-end fashion. By a stroke of luck, Ryo managed to escape the clutches of his captors after enduring their cruel taunts. However, he bore a painful reminder of that day—a prominent brand seared into his chest. Now, he lives a solitary life with his younger brother, Haru, who is just eight. Together, they have carved out a new life in the heart of the forest, where they fish and forage for berries, finding solace in their quaint cabin. Though Ryo occasionally transforms into his snow leopard form, he does so sparingly, only when the need arises to defend their home from predators or hunters.